Access the UK’s quantum advantage
The commercial frontier
Quantum technologies are moving from theory to practical application. Their impact on industry will be profound, reshaping entire business models, regulatory frameworks, and customer expectations.
The UK has committed up to £2 billion to accelerate quantum technologies and become the first country to buy and deploy large-scale quantum computers nationally, with a focus on the following items.
Financial services
Data-driven services play to the strengths of quantum, solving optimisation and risk modelling challenges that classical systems struggle with. Moreover, the threat to traditional encryption has accelerated efforts to adopt quantum-safe cryptographic standards.
Life sciences
Powerful computing, ultra-sensitive sensors, and advanced imaging are important tools that are helping researchers develop drugs faster and detect diseases earlier. Together, they promise personalised care and a shift from treating illness to preventing it.
Green energy
Quantum speed helps address the issue of grid congestion, optimisation, and connectivity of renewables, balancing complex supply and demand. This offers lower costs and greater efficiency.
Businesses that invest early in quantum readiness will position themselves as leaders in a future where speed, precision, and adaptability will define success.
Could quantum solve your next business challenge?
Join our National Quantum Technology Showcase (NQTS) inward delegation to the UK
We're inviting European buyers, end users, system integrators and deep tech venture capital investors to join a curated UK programme leading up to the National Quantum Technologies Showcase (NQTS) 2026.
The programme will focus on 3 areas where quantum technologies are showing significant potential:
- Quantum in Financial Services
- Quantum Sensing in Healthcare
- Quantum Sensing in Infrastructure and Logistics
Join us to meet the UK companies developing these solutions, explore potential use cases for your organisation, and discuss partnership opportunities with businesses at the forefront of quantum innovation.
3 reasons to choose the UK for quantum technology
Leading quantum
The National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) stands at the heart of the UK’s national strategy. It brings together businesses, academics, and government to solve real-world problems.
Initiatives and support
The National Quantum Technologies Programme (NQTP) has invested over £1 billion, establishing 4 hubs involving 15 universities, 130 industry partners, and 4 government departments.
Research and development
A growing talent pipeline is essential for quantum advances. The UK aims to fund over 1,500 postgraduate research students in quantum-related disciplines by 2033.
The UK's quantum eco-system
National Quantum Technology Hubs
The National Quantum Technology Hubs are located in Oxford, Birmingham, Glasgow, and York. These hubs focus on various aspects of quantum technology, including quantum computing, sensing, imaging, and communications. They support collaboration between academia, industry, and government.
National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC)
The NQCC serves as the UK’s national laboratory for quantum computing, collaborating closely with industry partners, government organisations, and the wider research community to advance, develop, and deliver transformative quantum computing capabilities.
SparQ Programme (NQCC)
The SparQ programme accelerates quantum readiness by bringing organisations together to explore real-world quantum computing applications across sectors, enabling partners to experiment with emerging capabilities, gain early insights, and prepare for its transformative impact.
Our new step-by-step guide will take you through the most important things to consider when setting up operations in the UK. It includes:
- sector-specific information relevant to your business, industry and expansion plan
- a practical checklist with recommended next steps
- a personalised, step-by-step guide to setting up in UK
Discover what’s next: explore quantum today
Find out why UK‑based quantum innovation is fast becoming one of the most compelling high‑growth investment opportunities and access the insights you need to decide whether to get involved. Take the next step and explore the full opportunity.
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